Archives for 2024
Giving Tuesday- TRIPLE YOUR IMPACT 12/3/24 ONLY
Help MORE Animals Like Dobby Make a lasting impact on Oakland’s animals this Giving Tuesday, your donation will be TRIPLE-MATCHED—every dollar you give will go three times as far, thanks to a $50,000 matching challenge! For every $1 you contribute, an additional $2 will be matched by our generous donors, maximizing your gift for Oakland’s animals in need. Take Dobby’s story—a brave … [Read more...] about Giving Tuesday- TRIPLE YOUR IMPACT 12/3/24 ONLY
OAS Spotlight: Adoption Coordinators
This year, an incredible 1,402 cats, 1,324 dogs, and 82 rabbits have been adopted from Oakland Animal Services (OAS)! The adoption program at OAS is run by FOAS-funded staff Vivian Chu and Elsa Ramos, with the support of a team of amazing dedicated volunteers. What does the day in the life of the adoption coordinators look like? On days when the shelter is open to the public for … [Read more...] about OAS Spotlight: Adoption Coordinators
OAS Spotlight: Working Cat Program
As part of our mission, we strive to provide better outcomes for the animals in our community. We support the rights of community cats to remain in their outdoor homes, and consider relocation only as a last resort. Through a collaborative partnership with East Bay Regional Parks, Oakland Animal Services helps to relocate cats from areas where their presence poses a risk to the safety … [Read more...] about OAS Spotlight: Working Cat Program
Job opening: Bilingual Adoption Program Assistant (Spanish/English)
Under general supervision, this role is responsible to support the Adoption Coordinators by facilitating on-site and off-site adoptions for animals from Oakland Animal Services (OAS). Since 2020, OAS has made great strides in removing barriers to adoption, improving the experience of potential adopters, and increasing lifesaving. The adoption rate for dogs and cats has tripled since that … [Read more...] about Job opening: Bilingual Adoption Program Assistant (Spanish/English)
Volunteer Coordinator opening at OAS
Oakland Animal Services is looking for a new leader for its fantastic volunteer program. Applications are due to the City of Oakland by October 13, 2024. Please share this with anyone you know who might be a good fit! Volunteer Program Specialist II … [Read more...] about Volunteer Coordinator opening at OAS
Drive Change with Us: Cartober 2024 is Here!
Get ready to rev up your engines and drive change this October with Cartober 2024! Here's everything you need to know about Cartober and how you can support Friends of Oakland Animal Services. What is Cartober? Cartober is an online giving campaign held throughout the month of October to showcase the power of vehicle donations for nonprofits. Whether it's a car, truck, RV, motorcycle, or boat, … [Read more...] about Drive Change with Us: Cartober 2024 is Here!
An Update from Whitney Boswell: Insights from the OAS Small Animal Program
In just two years, Whitney Boswell has redefined the small animal program at OAS, leading to remarkable improvements. In her letter, she shares the dedication and vision that have driven these changes and made a profound impact on the lives of all small animals. The Small Animal Program at OAS has historically been a volunteer-led program, with no staff members dedicated to running it. Through … [Read more...] about An Update from Whitney Boswell: Insights from the OAS Small Animal Program
Bad Art 5: Bigger, Badder, and Blissfully Bad! LIVE Sept 4th-22nd
For the 5th year in a row, we are launching the Bad Art Fundraiser to support the life-saving programs at Oakland Animal Services! Combining creativity and compassion, this fundraiser unites over 450 volunteers, each contributing their skills and experiences to transform your pet photos into one-of-a-kind works of art. From first-time creators to seasoned artists honing their craft, our diverse … [Read more...] about Bad Art 5: Bigger, Badder, and Blissfully Bad! LIVE Sept 4th-22nd
Fiesta de FOAS
We invite you to Fiesta de FOAS on September 29th! This special event is your chance to enjoy an evening of vibrant celebration, delicious vegan tacos, and to support the impactful work of Oakland Animal Services. Date: September 29, 2024 Time: 5 pm- 8 pm Location: NIDO's BackYard, 104 Oak Street Oakland, CA 94607 Ticket Price: Adults- $40 Children under … [Read more...] about Fiesta de FOAS
Get your limited Pawsitively Oakland tee in support of OAS!
Support Oakland Animal Services with this exclusive limited-edition apparel available this week only! FLOAT – For the Love Of All Things – will donate $8 to the Friends of Oakland Animal Services for every purchase made. These designs are only available through July 29! … [Read more...] about Get your limited Pawsitively Oakland tee in support of OAS!
Executive Director Announcement
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) Board of Directors is thrilled to announce that our new Executive Director will be none other than Ann Dunn. Ann is soon leaving her position as Director of Oakland Animal Services (OAS) after four years of diligent work and stellar accomplishments. After a well-deserved break, she will assume her new role with FOAS on August 5, 2024. Many FOAS … [Read more...] about Executive Director Announcement
Friends of Oakland Animal Services + New Parkway Theater = Karma Movie Night!
Friends of Oakland Animal Services has been selected as The New Parkway Theater’s Karma Cinema partner for the month of June. This means that every Wednesday, you (and all theater patrons) pay whatever you want for your movie ticket, and FOAS will receive 20% of ticket sales. So come on out for a movie -- not only will you be supporting the important work at OAS, you get to enjoy a film in … [Read more...] about Friends of Oakland Animal Services + New Parkway Theater = Karma Movie Night!
Best of Oakland Magazine: Vote for Oakland Animal Services!
Calling all supporters of Oakland Animal Services!! Oakland Animal Services has reached the final round of voting for the "Best of Oakland Magazine" awards, thanks to your incredible support during the nomination phase. We're on the home stretch, but we still need your help to clinch this prestigious recognition! Your belief in our efforts and contributions has brought us this far. If you … [Read more...] about Best of Oakland Magazine: Vote for Oakland Animal Services!
FOAS Seeks Bilingual Adoption Coordinator (Spanish/English)
The Friends of Oakland Animal Services seeks a full-time Bilingual Adoption Coordinator (Spanish/English) to facilitate on-site and off-site adoptions for animals from Oakland Animal Services (OAS), especially for dogs. Since 2020, OAS has made great strides in improving the experience of potential adopters and increasing lifesaving. The adoption rate for dogs and cats has tripled since that … [Read more...] about FOAS Seeks Bilingual Adoption Coordinator (Spanish/English)
Friends of OAS Ta-paws Fundraising Auction now live!
Celebrating What You Helped Make Possible in 2023
Download the PDF version here: 2023 Impact Report … [Read more...] about Celebrating What You Helped Make Possible in 2023
Join FOAS for some “TA-PAWS” at Duende May 2
Purchase tickets Join the Friends of Oakland Animal Services for a night of community and celebration at Duende in Uptown Oakland. Vegan tapas and sangria will be served, with other beer and wine options available. This grassroots, Oakland-centric event features a silent auction and raffle baskets from over 100 local artists, businesses, and makers. It will be a fun night! Can't make it to … [Read more...] about Join FOAS for some “TA-PAWS” at Duende May 2
Fourth Annual Bad Art was biggest and baddest yet!
This post has been long time in coming but given the 800+ portrait requests from our 2023 Bad Art Fundraiser, we hope you can forgive us that we're only now posting all the wonderfully bad and not-so-bad art. We extend our immense gratitude to all the donors who requested portraits of their beloved pets, our 350+ participating artists, and to the volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the … [Read more...] about Fourth Annual Bad Art was biggest and baddest yet!